MLEC Continues Trimming
Houston and Humphreys County Vegetation Management Update
(November 15, 2023) — Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative’s commitment to reliable, affordable and safe electricity continues as vegetation management moves forward in Houston and Humphreys County.
Right of way trimming will begin in Humphreys County in December with an estimated completion time of 12 to 18 months. Crews will focus on the southern parts of New Johnsonville and will then target Highway 70, Scepter Road, Dry Creek Road, Highway 13 North and Highway 231.
In Houston County, trimming is expected to be completed by early next year. Vegetation crews are currently working on areas of Highway 13 South, Bateman Branch, Salmon Branch and Highway 231. RW Tree Service, Gunnison Tree and Trees’ LLC are conducting the work.
MLEC’s balanced program uses a variety of approved, environmentally sound methods. This includes trimming, spraying and removal, if needed, to maintain a clearance of 20 feet on each side of the power line from an individual home or business all the way to the substation. Trimming practices are in accordance with the International Society of Arboriculture and the National Arbor Day Foundation recommended guidelines and standards for good tree health.
“We understand tree trimming is a sensitive issue, but it is also vital to keeping our members’ lights on, preventing accidents and controlling costly outages and equipment repair,” says MLEC President and CEO Keith Carnahan. “MLEC works with our members to keep the lines of communication open and strike a balance between vegetation and service.”
MLEC is a member-owned, not-for-profit electric utility that serves more than 34,500 meters in Hickman, Houston, Humphreys, Lewis and Perry counties. We are your source for power and broadband and help build brighter futures for the communities we serve. Learn more at www.mlec.com/about-mlec.
MLEC is a member-owned, not-for-profit electric utility that serves more than 34,500 meters in Hickman, Houston, Humphreys, Lewis and Perry counties. We are your source for power and broadband and help build brighter futures for the communities we serve. Learn more at www.mlec.com/about-mlec.